[Resolved] Bought a secondhand MercedesBenz 380SL, PIN code missing

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Xenoking
Member since July 2022 • 48 posts

How can I access my MercedesBenz 380SL's key code to program new keys?

Posted on April 30, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1183 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MercedesBenz 380SL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 01, 2025

Replies (6)

Unicorn
Member • 109 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer MercedesBenz 380SL.

May 01, 2025 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 65 posts

This is exactly what I need for my MercedesBenz 380SL, thanks for posting!

May 02, 2025 Reply
Titanium
Member • 84 posts

This might finally help me unlock my MercedesBenz 380SL's key code.

May 03, 2025 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 131 posts

My MercedesBenz 380SL refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

May 04, 2025 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 36 posts

Saved me from towing my MercedesBenz 380SL. Thanks!

May 05, 2025 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 109 posts

My MercedesBenz 380SL needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

May 06, 2025 Reply

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